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manichaean Definition and Meaning in English (manichaean definition)

adjective
Synonyms:dualisticdichotomouspolarized
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Manichaean definition: Describing a worldview or philosophy characterized by a stark division between opposing forces, typically good and evil.

Definitions of Manichaean

  1. 1adjective

    Describing a worldview or philosophy characterized by a stark division between opposing forces, typically good and evil.

  2. 2noun

    A follower or adherent of Manichaeism, an ancient dualistic religion.

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“The novel presented a Manichaean struggle between light and darkness.”

“His Manichaean view of politics saw every issue as a battle between absolute right and absolute wrong.”

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'Manichaean' translates to 'manichaean' in English. Manichaean definition: Describing a worldview or philosophy characterized by a stark division between opposing forces, typically good and evil.
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